Jennifer-Jeanne Murdock, Chickadee Healing

05/14/2025

♥️Swayze♥️

ADOPTED !!!

8 year old Swayze is a big, handsome boy! Said to weigh 86 pounds, Swayze believes he is a lap dog. He LOVES people and is very well socialized.

Swayze has lived with other dogs and has done well when meeting up with other dogs (proper introductions are always important with any dog!). Currently, Swayze lives with 4 cats. He is great with the cats but a little anxious about getting swatted by one as he has in the past so he leaves them be. While Swazye is a fan of humans, he does not appreciate the energy of young kids, especially toddlers, as their unpredictable behavior and sounds make him nervous. Swayze sounds like a sensitive dude, a gentle giant, who deserves kindness and respect. Swayze will let you know by grumbling if something is stressing him out, it's his way

During the day, Swayze is fine to stay home, managing quite a few hours between potty breaks. He hangs out in his house, behaving himself. When you are ready for an outing, Swayze is ready to join you! He loves going to dog-friendly coffee shops and stores. We are told it took Swayze years to start barking when he sees or hears people or cars outside. It may be in his new environment he reverts back to not barking, but no one can say for sure.

From time to time Swayze seems to have pain in his hips. He is not taking anything for that currently but we'd strongly recommend his adopter getting him help for that. Joint support could help but he may need something more than a supplement for pain relief. A vet exam would be beneficial. Always a people pleaser, Swayze still does his best to keep up with the humans on hikes but he's slow. So often dogs are stoic and they will go even when it hurts. Swayze just wants to be with his people!

This very nice boy does OK on leash. He has excellent manners and knows many verbal commands. At this time in his life Swayze can still manage stairs. We remind folks that as time goes on, stairs could be difficult and a dog this size will not be easily carried up and down stairs. We'd hate to see him lose a home because of he became unable to climb stairs to go in or out of his home, it happens, so we share this for potential adopters to keep in mind.

Swayze is described as "one of a kind"; he sure sounds like it, doesn't he? He's a loving, loyal, friendly boy who will help make a family complete!

Swayze is located in Coupeville, WA. For contact information please email: referrals@olddoghaven.org

This is not an Old Dog Haven dog. Old Dog Haven has not assessed this dog for medical issues and will not be responsible for medical care after adoption. We urge prospective adopters to do their own evaluation.

05/01/2025

Today I am practicing Self Care

12/12/2024

Rest
I’ve been too busy lately.
This year…
Too stressed at times.
Burning the candle at both ends and in the middle.

I know better.

Today I have the blessing of a cold virus to remind me to stop.
Just stop.

So today, I will drink tea and knit my way to health.

09/24/2024

♥️Fonzie♥️
Needs final refuge home. All vet expenses paid by Old Dog Haven

Old Dog Haven HOME FOUND

PERMANENT Old Dog Haven FOSTER HOME FOUND
(In W. Washington state or Portland OR only)

He's still at the shelter, still in need of our help and your shares!
Fonzie is not on the adoption floor, he needs rescuing.
Will you help us find a home to send Fonzie to?

“Fonzie” is Chihuahua mix (chiweenie?), a neutered male, who weighs 10 pounds. He has been really scared at the shelter though is starting to relax; we'd love to get him out of there quickly. He has cloudy eyes and may be blind in one so startles easily on that side, so probably pretty old? His teeth are bad, he has a big heart murmur, but a sweet boy who is good on walks.

As an Old Dog Haven Final Refuge home (aka forever foster), all vet bills are paid by our organization-thanks to donations. You aren’t adopting the dog but keeping them for the rest of their days. For more information about how to join our network of homes please read through the link and contact us.

https://olddoghaven.org/how-to-help/fostering/

09/24/2024

Breathing in Autumn. I’m in my Element.

07/10/2024

More Summer glory— from morning walk with Rusty, to the soundtrack
of a family of osprey, circling and calling overhead, like airborne Marco Polo

07/08/2024

Summer, season of the Fire Element, in her glory

06/16/2024

♥️Doogan♥️
Such a pretty little spud

ADOPTED

Doogan is a true couch potato!

At 45 pounds, he's a 10-year-old chunky monkey dachshund mix. He is happiest stretched out on a comfy bed enjoying head scratches and tummy rubs. This easygoing boy enjoys the company of other polite dogs and shorter walks. Looking for a gardening companion? Or a buddy to binge watch your new Netflix series? Doogan is your boy!

Doogan is posted for the Kitsap Humane Society in Silverdale WA,
Check out their website here:
https://www.kitsap-humane.org/adopt/available-pets/
If you are interested in Doogan or another one of the awesome dogs waiting for an adopter at Kitsap Humane Society please email: adoptions@kitsap-humane.org (best way to inquire) or 360-692-6977

This is not an Old Dog Haven dog. Old Dog Haven has not assessed this dog for medical issues and will not be responsible for medical care after adoption. We urge prospective adopters to do their own evaluation.

06/13/2024

As Summer, the season of the Fire Element, knocks at the door, you likely won’t see my here— I post less. Still doing my healing work with others, but also focused outwards on the life all around me and the many projects I have going in and around the Chickadee Medicine House (and there are more than usual right now).

I greet neighbors— the doe and her fawn; rabbits on my evening dog walk. I spy nests and remember my bird calls. I pull weeds and discover who has volunteered to grow where. I harvest plants and hang them to dry. I smell the roses and harvest their buds and petals. I fill my planters and scatter late seeds. I hum and I hope. I dream vivid, busy dreams.

There is so much life all around, and also death, transformation. I find myself stopping at times, mouth gaping, just sensing, overwhelmed.

Early this morning, before the twilight, I was awakened by coyotes chorusing. They were far off. Even more haunting than I usually find their song. I fell back to sleep, fitful and bewitched, trying to grasp the message.

04/16/2024

Lost Rescue Dog!!!

ADOPTION PENDING !!!

FOUND!!! WOO HOO!!!!

Friends, we have been sharing Purdy for our friends at Save-A-Mutt. Unfortunately she is LOST! We told our friends we would share their post for Purdy and hope she is found safe.

Purdy was with a new foster home and she bolted on leash in the Lake Tapps (210th AVE NE) area. She's a bloodhound and very sweet. She has eye issues and is wearing a pink leash / pink collar. She is microchipped and we have contacted them. If found, or seen, please call Elizabeth at 425-345-3876.